Do You Have the Giddies Yet?

 Now there's a title for you.

As of writing this, there are 27 days until Christmas.

I always enjoy Christmas,

but I am a bit more ready for it this year for some reason.

I know that sounds silly.

Well, maybe it is.

I am not one to deck the place out in lights

in Graceland fashion.

I am more a "let's add some greens over here" sorta decorator.

It's really about the feeling of the season.

Folks are generally kinder.

Although I've seen far fewer shoppers this year so far,

there is still a sweetness to the season.

We have had temperatures in the 20s and low 30s,

but Thursday, the possibility bureau is predicting a chance of snow.

I wanted to build a snow lantern last year, 

but I had to work the one time when we had the right kind of snow.

Yes for you southerners,

there are different kinds of snow.

Also, if you don't know what a snow lantern is,

here let me show you.

Doesn't it look simply magical?

There is still an autumn wreath hanging on our front door.

This weekend, the transformation will take place

and the Christmas sign will be hung.

I've already had my hand in the jar of candy-canes.

Oops!

I wasn't supposed to admit that (heehee).

I realize all this seems silly,

but the reason we celebrate is for All Knowing Love.

If we can share some joy and glad tidings,

shouldn't we do so?

Now, I ask you . . . 

Are you giddy yet?

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A Special Gift and A Special Find

 I am just going to say it right out the gate:

I dun got spoiled 😊

As some of you know, 

we have a metal fabrication shop.

I am the only one without a Y chromosome

that I work with.

One of our contractors we work with

is a craftsman with wood as we are with metal.

I was out of the office last Friday.

Hubby was off on a job site so only one of our guys was there.

When Hubby got back to the shop,

he called me to tell me I had a surprise.

I had no clue what he meant.

He said someone really likes me.

I told him I'm mean that nobody likes me 😉 

Well, the fella who does amazing cabinetry

had stopped in with this.

Before your imagination gets going,

he is married and has a family and is a good family guy.

We had invited them to our annual cidering gathering.

You can see our process here.

It's grown to a little event for several families to gather

at our place for some wholesome autumnal fun.

I have yet to use the board, but I will.

I've had to simply admire it for a while before using it.

I love when quality meets up with beauty.

And as if that weren't enough to feel special.

This weekend, Hubby saw that there was an estate sale

and asked if I'd like to go check it out.

Sure!  I need nothing, but sure (heehee).

So we went.

We didn't get much, because like I said,

we don't really need anything, but. . . 

We came home with this little darling.

(Please excuse the mess - garage is a disaster right now)

Isn't she a gem?

Made in 1923 so it's currently a centennial.

It's a 3 burner kerosene cook stove.

I am so excited to use it, I can hardly contain myself.

We are working on getting it cleaned up first.

I will primarily use it for canning out in the summer kitchen

or if the power goes out.

We no longer have a wood stove so I've missed having a back up to electric other than the BBQ.

I'm also excited to use it for canning, because

often electric isn't a consistent heat.

I will have to "play" with it of course,

but once I get it worked out, it should be great.

I'm not usually a materialistic sorta gal,

but I'm feeling pretty spoiled at the moment.

Maybe a new handbag or diamonds do that 

for some ladies, 

but I'll take a cutting board and old cook stove any day!

Just got to thinking.

Do you think maybe food is a priority for me?

Go ahead and roll your eyes or laugh.

It's all good.

I know I'm not normal 😜

 

On the docket for this weekend is dipping candles.

I showed that here.

I am either using my last one or have one more pair.

Either way, I'm due.

October is the perfect month for dipping candles

as the wax hardens quickly (without freezing)

after being dipped.

It's a slow methodic process that brings me peace.

And with all that,

I welcome autumn, the dance of golden leaves,

and the crisp nights that remind us

a new calendar will soon be called for.

I hope you enjoy today for the blessings it bestows.

Have a beautiful week dear friends. 

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